What is the cheapest way to get from Edinburgh Waverley Station to West Lothian?

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh Waverley Station to West Lothian is to bus via Park and Ride which costs £2 and takes 1h 37m.

What is the fastest way to get from Edinburgh Waverley Station to West Lothian?

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh Waverley Station to West Lothian is to train which takes 18 min and costs £5 - £11.

Is there a direct bus between Edinburgh Waverley Station and West Lothian?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Princes Street and arriving at Freeland Avenue. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 46 min.

Is there a direct train between Edinburgh Waverley Station and West Lothian?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Edinburgh Waverley and arriving at Uphall. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 18 min.

How far is it from Edinburgh Waverley Station to West Lothian?

The distance between Edinburgh Waverley Station and West Lothian is 13 miles. The road distance is 14.8 miles.

How long does it take to get from Edinburgh Waverley Station to West Lothian?

The train from Edinburgh Waverley to Uphall takes 18 min including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh Waverley Station to West Lothian bus from?

Edinburgh Waverley Station to West Lothian bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Edinburgh, Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh Waverley Station to West Lothian train from?

Edinburgh Waverley Station to West Lothian train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Edinburgh Waverley station.

Train or bus from Edinburgh Waverley Station to West Lothian?

The best way to get from Edinburgh Waverley Station to West Lothian is to train which takes 18 min and costs £5 - £11. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £2 - £4 and takes 46 min.

Where does the Edinburgh Waverley Station to West Lothian bus arrive?

Edinburgh Waverley Station to West Lothian bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Deer Park station.

Where does the Edinburgh Waverley Station to West Lothian train arrive?

Edinburgh Waverley Station to West Lothian train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Uphall station.

Can I drive from Edinburgh Waverley Station to West Lothian?

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh Waverley Station to West Lothian is 15 miles. It takes approximately 29 min to drive from Edinburgh Waverley Station to West Lothian.

How do I get a train ticket from Edinburgh Waverley Station to West Lothian?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Edinburgh Waverley Station to West Lothian?

Book your Edinburgh Waverley Station to West Lothian bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near West Lothian?

There are 2865+ hotels available in West Lothian.

Edinburgh Waverley Station to West Lothian - 6 ways to travel via train

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There are 6 ways to get from Edinburgh Waverley Station to West Lothian by train, bus, taxi, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Uphalltrain Edinburgh - Helensburgh Central / ...
18 min
£5–11
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Princes Street to Freeland Avenuebus N18 / ...
46 min
£2–4
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Edinburgh Waverley Station to West Lothiantaxi 14.7 mi
29 min
£95–120
Drive 14.7 mi
1. Drive from Edinburgh Waverley Station to West Lothiancar 14.7 mi
29 min
£4–6
Bus via Deer Park
1. Take the bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Deer Parkbus Uk090
49 min
£2–6
Bus via Park and Ride
1. Take the bus from Waterloo Place to Park and Ridebus X27 / ...
1h 37m
£2

Edinburgh Waverley Station to West Lothian by train

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Distance: 12.6 mi
Duration: 18 min

What companies run services between Edinburgh Waverley Station, Scotland and West Lothian, Scotland?

ScotRail operates a train from Edinburgh Waverley to Uphall every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £5–11 and the journey takes 18 min. Alternatively, Lothian Country Buses operates a bus from Princes Street to Freeland Avenue every 20 minutes. Tickets cost £2 and the journey takes 46 min. Midland Bluebird also services this route 3 times a day.

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